ACCT 124 - Financial Accounting Theory and Practice II

Semester Hours: 3
Fall, Spring
Study of accounting theory and procedures and the special problems that arise in the application of underlying accounting concepts to financial accounting. Focus on the application of accounting information as a basis for decisions by management, stockholders, creditors, and other users of financial statements and accounting reports. Conflicts and shortcomings that exist within the traditional structure of accounting theory, including ethical aspects, are discussed in conjunction with Opinions of the Accounting Principles Board, and Statements of the Financial Accounting Standards Board. International accounting differences are also considered.

Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
IT 14 ; ACCT 123 ;
FIN 101
 ; junior class standing or above.





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